'On Call' Veterinarians Show Support

Now in its 19th year, the American Association of Equine Practitioners’ “On Call” program will assist the spring season of live Thoroughbred racing on major television networks. The role of the “On Call” veterinarian is to deliver accurate veterinary information to broadcast and print journalists regarding the health of the equine athlete.

AAEP “On Call” veterinarians will assist the following spring racing telecasts, as well as the Triple Crown:

Since the formation of “On Call” in 1991, more than 30 AAEP members annually volunteer their time and expertise to the program. New to the “On Call” roster in 2009 are Dr. Scott Hay of Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and Dr. Martin Ivey of Weatherford, Texas. The program, made possible in part by an annual donation from Oak Tree Racing Association, received the 2008 Special Eclipse Award for outstanding individual contributions to the sport of Thoroughbred racing.